Lindcott Armory Compare / .38 Super vs 9x25mm Mauser Export
Cartridge comparison
.38 Super vs 9x25mm Mauser Export
9x25mm Mauser Export is faster (1,500 vs 1,400 fps); 9x25mm Mauser Export carries more energy (640 vs 500 ft·lb); .38 Super recoils less.
.38 Super →Representative trajectory · 25 yd zero0–200 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
9x25mm Mauser Export →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .38 Super | 9x25mm Mauser Export | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1929 | 1908 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.356″ | 0.355″ |
| Case length | 0.9″ | 0.984″ |
| Velocity | 1,200–1,400 fps | 1,350–1,500 fps |
| Energy | 385–500 ft·lb | 517–640 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 36,500 psi | 37,700 psi |
| Recoil | 3–5 ft·lb | 3.5–5.5 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 50 yd | 50 yd |
FAQs
- Is .38 Super faster than 9x25mm Mauser Export?
- 9x25mm Mauser Export is faster — up to 1,500 fps versus 1,400 fps.
- Does .38 Super hit harder than 9x25mm Mauser Export?
- 9x25mm Mauser Export carries more muzzle energy (640 vs 500 ft·lb).